Castlevania 40th Anniversary Brings Free Mobile Game and Concerts
Konami is celebrating the Castlevania franchise's 40th anniversary with a special website offering free access to the original NES title on iOS and Android devices. The temporary giveaway runs until October 24, 2026, featuring a direct port with virtual controllers resembling a GBA Micro. Additionally, the celebration includes streaming music from the series starting September 26, 2026, and an upcoming vinyl compilation.
An anniversary concert tour is scheduled for Spring 2027 in London, Los Angeles, and Tokyo. The festivities also highlight the release of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse on Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC on October 15, 2026.
Gematsu reported on September 25 that the original Castlevania is now available for free on iOS and Android.
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- October 24, 2026 (free game end)
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- Konami
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